Alfonsi, a long‑time “60 Minutes” reporter, has not had her contract renewed by CBS News after she pushed back against the network’s decision to pull a story on a Salvadoran prison that holds many Venezuelan migrants. The piece, which was scheduled to air in the United States, was removed only hours
The U. S. government has recently signed a big deal with a tech firm that makes eye‑scan devices. The contract, worth about $25 million, is the biggest DHS has ever paid to that company. It shows how much money the department now has for technology. The plan is to buy more than 1, 500 iris scanners
A 17‑year‑old from Gateway High School entered a district art contest hoping to honor her Peruvian roots. She originally planned to create her work at a local Hispanic community center, but the place was nearly empty because many staff members feared that any visit could attract immigration official
The U. S. government is considering cutting off customs and immigration services at major airports located in cities that have chosen not to support a federal immigration push. The idea was mentioned by the Secretary of Homeland Security, who said he has spoken with White House officials but no f
The city of Boston recently celebrated a unique group of high school graduates who've shown incredible resilience and talent. Thirty-three students from Boston Public Schools earned the title of valedictorian, each representing their school's top performer. What makes this group special isn't just t
Europe is sweating through heat records months ahead of summer, and scientists say this early spike is no accident. Meanwhile, a coffee chain is quietly expanding to small towns while avoiding crowded city spots where competition thrives. Out in space, our galaxy still shows scars from swallowing an
The pope has spoken out about the danger of artificial intelligence, saying it can stir up fights and make wars easier. He thinks many people are rushing to develop new AI tools without enough thought about the risks. The Vatican wants governments and tech companies to slow down their progress. A
New York City saw a big rise in federal immigration arrests after the 2024 presidential inauguration. A city report found that between Trump’s swearing-in and March 2026, ICE picked up 5, 567 people in the area. That’s 71% more than during the same period under the previous president. More than hal
Scientists across the United States are feeling the strain of recent federal changes that have shaken up funding, hiring, and research freedom. A survey conducted by a university panel gathered 280 responses from fields such as biology, engineering, and public health. The results show that more than
In the biggest hiring push for immigration judges in history, 82 new judges started work this week. Most are permanent, while five will serve short terms. They join nearly 700 judges across the country, filling spots left empty after over 100 judges lost their jobs under the Trump administration. S
